CM Majhi Thanks PM, Railway Minister as Centre Approves Two Major Railway Projects for Odisha

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw after the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved two significant railway infrastructure projects for the state.

A statement from the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) highlighted the impact of the projects, stating, “Under the guidance of the Prime Minister, Odisha will definitely develop into a growth engine of the country.”

Taking to social media platform X, CM Majhi wrote, “Grateful to Hon’ble PM Sri @narendramodi ji & Railway Minister Sri @AshwiniVaishnaw ji for approving two key railway projects in #Odisha which include 3rd & 4th line between Sambalpur (Sason)–Jharsuguda at Rs 1,187 Cr and 3rd & 4th line between Jarapada–Sambalpur at Rs 3,917 Cr. These transformative projects will boost connectivity, create economic opportunities & accelerate our journey towards #ViksitOdisha.”

The approval of these projects marks a significant boost to Odisha’s railway infrastructure, enhancing connectivity and fostering economic growth. The Sambalpur (Sason)–Jharsuguda and Jarapada–Sambalpur railway line expansions are expected to improve transportation efficiency, benefiting industries and local communities alike.